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How to Fix "No Bootable Device" on Dell Laptops and PCs

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No Bootable Device

Quick answer

"No bootable device" on a Dell computer means the PC cannot find a drive with Windows. Check the boot order and boot mode (UEFI) in BIOS, run Dell's ePSA/SupportAssist hardware diagnostics, and repair Windows startup.

What does “No Bootable Device” mean?

The BIOS did not find an operating system on any drive.

What causes it?

  • Wrong boot order or boot mode
  • Loose or failed SSD/hard drive
  • Damaged boot files
  • BIOS reset after update

Steps to try

Stop when the issue is resolved.

  1. Restart and press F2 to open BIOS; check the drive is detected.
  2. Set Boot Mode to UEFI and put Windows Boot Manager first.
  3. Restart and press F12 → Diagnostics to run the hardware test.
  4. If the drive passes, use Windows recovery → Startup Repair.
  5. If the drive is not detected, reseat it or contact Dell support.

Need more support? Check the official help: HP Customer Support

FAQs

Is my data lost?

Not always. If the drive works, data is usually safe.

What does ePSA error 2000-0142 mean?

It points to a hard drive failure. Back up and replace the drive.